The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, is currently leading a high-level Nigerian delegation to the 2025 National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Conference and Workshop taking place in Las Vegas, United States.
The prestigious event, themed “The Technology, The Trend, The Future,” spans from Saturday to Wednesday, drawing media professionals, broadcasters, and tech innovators from around the globe. The aim is to foster international broadcast collaborations and explore strategic alliances that can transform the broadcasting industry.
According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the conference covers key areas such as:
- Artificial Intelligence in broadcasting
- Cloud visualization technologies
- The rising creator economy
- Sports production and streaming innovations
The Nigerian delegation includes the heads of several major agencies under the Information Ministry:
- Ali Muhammad Ali, Managing Director of NAN
- Salihu Dembos, Director-General, Nigeria Television Authority (NTA)
- Charles Ebuebu, Director-General, National Broadcasting Commission (NBC)
- Jibrin Ndace, Director-General, Voice of Nigeria (VON)
- Director-General of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON)
Their participation aims to position Nigeria’s broadcast sector on the global stage, tapping into the latest advancements and forging international partnerships that can lead to content-sharing, training programmes, and technological growth.
The NAB conference, known for its global appeal, is a vital platform for learning, networking, and innovation discovery. With Nigeria represented by its top media administrators, the move signals a strong commitment to modernising and revitalising the nation’s media landscape.
